2007 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2012 Audi Q5
To start off, 2012 Audi Q5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 2,476 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q5 (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero.
With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Audi Q5 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero. (280 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero. 2012 Audi Q5 has automatic transmission and 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero has manual transmission. 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi Q5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2012 Audi Q5 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Audi |
| Model | Pajero | Q5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2476 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 75 L |
